Something Good in the World workshops are based on a philosophy of the integration of learning with nature and the outdoors, along with arts-oriented, sensory, whole body experiences, and are designed for all kinds of learners. Educators are trained professionals with extensive experience and a passion for sharing nature and the arts with children.

Earth School-to-Farm programs educate youth from high needs school districts on the origins of food, health and nutrition, and sustainable living practices. Participating students have the chance to learn about the relationship between farm animals and sustainable agriculture.

With support from an international team of gardeners and landscape artists, the Children’s Peaceful Garden was created for the first time in 2000, and became a template for children’s play spaces around the world.

The project includes adults and children working together to create a sanctuary dedicated to peaceful and imaginative play, while learning how to plant, landscape, and design in harmony with the environment.

Our work in the district of Ka’ū, on Hawai’i Island, includes free farm-based and garden-based education programs for pre-K through Grade 10, collaborating with the Volcano School of Arts & Sciences, the Tutu and Me Traveling Preschool in Na’alehu, the Pahāla Elementary School, the Na’alehu Elementary School, the previous Ka’ū Learning Academy, and the South Hawai’i (Big Island) Homeschool Hui.  Something Good in the World is also a member of the Hawai’i Island School Garden Network.

Welcome to Something Good in the World’s Turtle Island! Limited to 12 children, ages 6-12. As always, this will be farm-based, nature-oriented, arts-integrated experiential learning! Each day will include farm chores, hiking, chicken care, gardening, foraging, free play, teamwork, creative projects, etc., and with each theme week to include: art, crafts, music and movement theatre.

Founded in 2001, the goal of the Blue Star Youth Movement is to provide a safe place for teens and children to develop self-expression through creative arts, with adult guidance and companionship. Programs and workshops seek to support, add value to, and enhance the life experience of children at a crucial time of their growth into adulthood.

Talented performers and educators donate their time and skills to lead Music for Families events that explore natural themes, highlighting different cultures in a theater of musical stories, songs, drumming, dancing, rhythm work, and percussion.

These workshops are designed for adults. Educators are experienced professionals who love to share their love of foraging, cooking, and crafts using natural and organic ingredients that you can find in your own backyard.

Something Good in the World “Earth School” Workshops are based on a philosophy of the integration of learning with nature and the outdoors, along with arts-oriented, sensory, whole body experiences, and are designed for all kinds of learners.